Waneka is home to a Shaded Playground and Beautiful Lake to Enjoy.

During the Colorado summer, the most important places to know are playgrounds with shade and Waneka Lake Park has one of them! The play area is fantastic year-round but the most appreciated on those 90+ degree days.

The playground is great for ages 2 to 10 with the lake cabin-themed play structures and giant climbable fish. There are a large variety of slides, from a tall spiral to a triple wavy slide, as well as a toddler structure as well. Some of our other favorite features are the curved climbing structure, alligator bouncer and standing seesaw.

The shade is provided by huge trees surrounding the playground, making it a gorgeous spot to visit in the fall. You can spend hours here depending on the time of year with everything available. The lake has a 1.2-mile fitness loop/walking path and there is a disc golf course, basketball courts, grass field and many covered tables for a picnic. That’s not all – there are even fishing and rentable paddle boats, kayaks and canoes!

Things to Know: It is a local favorite spot so it can become crowded depending on the time of day. There is a restroom facility available and the rentals are available during the summer beginning on Memorial Day.

If you plan on fishing, a license is mandatory for those 16 years of age and older and state fishing regulations apply. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout and all bass less than 15 inches must be returned to the water.

If you are looking for additional activities in the area, check out the WOW! Children’s Museum (110 N Harrison Ave, Lafayette, CO 80026). Currently, reservations are required so check their website here for full details. There is also another fantastic playground within minutes at Silver Creek Park (612-566 Starline Ave, Lafayette, CO 80026).